Crows and Ravens

Mystery, Myth, and Magic of Sacred Corvids

Rick de Yampert, H. Byron Ballard

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Llewellyn Publications,U.S.
08 March 2024

Birds (ornithology); Astrology; Wildlife: birds & birdwatching

Exploring history, folklore, mythology, and science, this book gives you a unique look at two of the most popular magical creatures of all time. The crow and his cousin, the raven, are featured players in many cultures throughout the world, including Norse, Celtic, Jewish, and Indigenous traditions. This guide teaches you how to welcome these highly intelligent birds into your own spiritual practice, whether you follow Wicca, Heathenry, Druidry, or any other path.

Crows and Ravens presents rituals, meditations, and exercises that help you discover the magic and mystery of corvids. Learn about crow and raven divination, create your own crow-raven talisman, uncover the shadowy side of corvids, and more. Found in nearly all urban and wild environments, these birds present you with magical opportunities and life lessons wherever you go.

By: Rick de Yampert
Foreword by: H. Byron Ballard
Imprint: Llewellyn Publications,U.S.
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm,
ISBN: 9780738763873
ISBN 10: 073876387X
Pages: 336
Publication Date: 08 March 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Contents Foreword by H. Byron Ballard xi Introduction: As the Crow Flies 1 Chapter 1: Canny Corvids 9 Chapter 2: A Path into Corvid Magic 15 Chapter 3: Watching the Watchers 19 Chapter 4: Lessons: Gaian Agency 35 Chapter 5: Grimoire: Find Your Spirit Corvid 39 Chapter 6: Grimoire: Keep a Magical Journal 47 Chapter 7: Lore: The Lascaux Bird-Man and Prehistory 55 Chapter 8: Grimoire: Your Crow-Raven Spirit Tree 65 Chapter 9: Lore: Corvid Magic Takes Root 77 Chapter 10: Lore: Marcus Valerius Corvus and the Battle Crow 87 Chapter 11: Grimoire: A Crow-Raven Talisman and Amulet 91 Chapter 12: Lore: Thought, Memory, and Raven-Feeders 103 Chapter 13: Lessons: The Weltanschauung of the Norse 115 Chapter 14: Grimoire: Your Raven Banner 121 Chapter 15: Lore: Ancient Celtic Battle Crows and Raven Helmets 133 Chapter 16: Lessons: The Washer at the Ford 147 Chapter 17: Lore: Corvid Augury 155 Chapter 18: Grimoire: A Method of Crow Augury 161 Chapter 19: Lore: Native Americans' Not-Totem Poles 175 Chapter 20: Lessons: Raven's Trickery 183 Chapter 21: Grimoire: Raven's Crazy Wisdom 195 Chapter 22: Lore: The Shadowy Side of Corvids 205 Chapter 23: Lessons: Hearing the Call of the Morrigan 213 Chapter 24: Grimoire: Candle Shadow Scrying 219 Chapter 25: Grimoire: Be the Crow 231 Conclusion: The Greatest Lesson 241 Recommended Reading 243 Bibliography 245 Index 261

Rick de Yampert is a Florida resident and long-time journalist who spent twenty-three years as the arts and entertainment writer for the Daytona Beach News-Journal. He presents workshops and performs on sitar and Native American flutes at Pagan festivals in the Southeast. He also presents lectures on metaphysical topics at non-Pagan events and venues, including Unitarian Universalist churches. Rick has studied Hindu sacred sound, shamanic drumming, Goddess worship, Taoism, and more. His crow art has been displayed at galleries and art festivals around Florida. Visit him at RickdeYampert.com or mistercrowart.com. H. Byron Ballard, BA, MFA (Asheville, NC) is a western NC native, teacher, folklorist, and writer. She has served as a featured speaker and teacher at several festivals and conferences, including the Sacred Space Conference, Pagan Spirit Gathering, Starwood, Hexfest and many others. She serves as senior priestess and co-founder of Mother Grove Goddess Temple and the Coalition of Earth Religions/CERES, both in Asheville, NC. She podcasts about Appalachian folkways on ""Wyrd Mountain Gals."" Her essays are featured in several anthologies and she writes a regular column for SageWoman Magazine. Find her online at www.myvillagewitch.com. ~

Reviews for Crows and Ravens: Mystery, Myth, and Magic of Sacred Corvids

"""Rick de Yampert invites us on an exploration of scientific fact, lore, and personal experiences with these fascinating birds. Rich with information and exercises, the reader is guided to a new level of magical practice by incorporating the energies of the genus Corvus. A wonderful read."" --Raina Starr, host/producer of the podcast Desperate House Witches ""If you have ever remotely had an interest in crows and ravens, then this book by Rick de Yampert will be your gateway to knowledge and delight! Divided into chapters of Lessons, Grimoire, and Lore, this guide is not only a pleasure to read, but an interactive experience that will deepen your appreciation of these corvids. Drawing on personal anecdotes, history, and nature observations, Rick weaves the mystery, myth, and magic of these fascinating birds into a magical tapestry you'll return to again and again."" --Lisa Wagoner, author of Positive Pagan"